37+ Extraordinary Ways To Use Everyday Objects Differently

Did you know light bulbs can be used as vases, milk jugs turned into shovels, and wine corks transformed into business card holders? Everyday objects can be used in a multitude of ways other than those originally intended.

You can make everything from emergencies supplies or substitutes to creative crafts and gifts with common household items and a little creativity. Upcycle old magazines or bags, transform plastic spoons and t-shirts, or just cobble together a star ship from office supplies.

For dozens of awesome ideas on how to use everyday objects in different ways, read on.

Open a Stubborn Jar
Use a spoon to break the steal on a new jar when its lid just won’t come loose.

Milk Jug Shovel
Just draw a shovel shape on the jug, and cut along the lines. An ingenious way to create a sand shovel and recycle a gallon jug at the same time!

Tennis Ball Picture Holder
Tennis balls make great picture holders! All you need to do is cut a slit in the ball and weigh it down inside with pennies. Check the link for cool decorating and display ideas!

VHS Case Picture Frame with Secret Storage
VHS tapes may be obsolete, but you can still find a use for the cases. Replacing the cover art with a picture of your own makes a handy frame that doubles as a storage compartment.

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